sorry — I HAD to do it.
For My Father
In June, the doctors told my father that he was in remission and took him off of his chemo drugs. He was relieved because the side-effects made him feel not so hot. The Myeloma came back and attacked the bone in his leg and he cannot walk, at least not without crutches. The doctor told… Continue reading For My Father
From My Brother
Iraq is improving as we speak. Here is an example from being in Marine Corp and talking to people who have been there: When we were there in 2003 the first time for OIF (operation Iraqi Freedom), we built tents and had nothing over there. Now we have built bases with almost everything we need.… Continue reading From My Brother
Harry Potter and the Theology of the Body
There, did that grab your attention? That title’s worthy of an essay, isn’t it? Or at least a really long, well-thought out, annotated post. Alas, I won’t be serving one of those up; just some scattered thoughts. I wanted to write something short on Deathly Hallows, and then with Pansy’s post…. First, Pansy’s post. I’m… Continue reading Harry Potter and the Theology of the Body
I Can’t Believe This Discussion is Still Going Strong
It has been years now since pop culture has been embraced by Harry Potter madness and people seem to have long ago decided if they are for or against HP. Why keep beating a dead horse? I wonder why these books are the source of so much consternation… I’m sorry, I just can’t seem to… Continue reading I Can’t Believe This Discussion is Still Going Strong
More on the Freezer Meal Experiment
I now have 23 suppers in the freezer. All are labeled, wrapped, and bagged with dates and directions on top. It was not that bad work wise. I think because my husband saw this as a worthwhile effort and helped out a bit with the kids. I also enlisted the help of Posco. He helped… Continue reading More on the Freezer Meal Experiment
My Brother’s the Altar Boy On The Left
Latin Mass could expand in Diocese of Buffalo
What I Did Today (more on the meal rut thing)
I spent part of the day cooking and freezing meals. This is a venture I have attempted somewhat both successfully and unsuccessfully in anticipation of the arrival of a new baby. Even though I would have a meal in the freezer, I would never plan out in time to have it thawed if necessary and… Continue reading What I Did Today (more on the meal rut thing)